BORN

1924

DIED

2016

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Arthur Whorton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 13, 2016.

Arthur L. Whorton, 92, retired salesman of 60 years for Standard Beverage passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016.Arthur was a U.S. Army veteran serving during WWII. Preceded in death by his parents, five sisters and his beloved daughter Melissa Peltzer. Survived by his loving wife of 70 years Phyllis, son-in-law Bob Peltzer, grandson Michael Peltzer and many nieces and nephews. Visitation with family present, 5pm-7pm, Friday, Oct. 14 at DeVorss Flanagan-Hunt Mortuary. Graveside Service, 1pm, Sat. Oct. 15 at Hope Cemetery, Arkansas City, KS
Arrangements under the direction of Devorss Flanagan-Hunt Mortuary, Wichita, KS.

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October 28, 2016

Gay James

So sorry to hear about Art's passing. What a truly wonderful man. I worked with Art for a short time at Standard Beverage Corporation. He always had a smile and something nice or funny to say. We talked about our dogs whenever we saw each other. He loved Miss Rosie! My thoughts are with Phyllis and family. He will be greatly missed.

October 14, 2016

Ron & Dana Groves (Dana Albertson)

Art was a true gentleman and was always to nice to work with at Standard Beverage. All my family thought so much of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

October 14, 2016

Mike & Cindy Duckett

Art, and his wife Phyllis were like another set of neighborhood parents to us when we moved in next door to them when I was 9 years old. I would be remiss if I didn't mention how much my mom and dad (Billy and Wanda Rainer) and my sister, Jan, thought of them, too. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for Phyllis during this very difficult time. It has to be difficult to lose a good husband after so many good years together, but coming just 17 days after the loss of their daughter and only child, Melissa, must seem almost unbearable. We love you, Phyllis!! It seems like we have been grieving losses together for the past 6 years. Prayers for Bob and for Michael, too.

Mike & Cindy Rainer Duckett & family
Mike & Jan Rainer Brewer & family

October 13, 2016

Michelle Haverkamp

Art was one of the very first people that I met when I went to work at Standard Beverage in 1984. He always called me "Michelly" and I enjoyed his spirit and sense of humor. He was one of our "oldtimers" and will certainly be missed. My sincere condolences to the family.

October 13, 2016

Harry Simpson

Rest Arthur, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

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